Current Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

We are currently seeking volunteers for a variety of services in communities throughout Minnesota.

We are also in need of items to support our services. You can learn more about how to donate items to meet the needs of our neighbors by visiting our in-kind giving opportunities page.

Central MN

Child Care Provider for Families Experiencing a Crisis

St. Cloud Area
Support families experiencing a crisis by providing a safe and temporary place for children age 12 and younger. Must be a licensed provider – child care, foster care or child care center.

Phone Volunteers for Families Experiencing a Crisis

Answer calls from parents requesting emergency child care for children age 12 and younger. Volunteers must pass a background check and have a smart phone.

Northeast MN

Child Care Provider for Families Experiencing a Crisis

Duluth Area
Support families experiencing a crisis by providing a safe and temporary place for children age 12 and younger. Must be a licensed provider – child care, foster care or child care center.

Phone Volunteers for Families Experiencing a Crisis

Answer calls from parents requesting emergency child care for children age 12 and younger. Volunteers must pass a background check and have a smart phone.

South Central MN

Phone Volunteers for Families Experiencing a Crisis

Answer calls from parents requesting emergency child care for children age 12 and younger. Volunteers must pass a background check and have a smart phone.

Statewide

Caregiver Support Volunteer

Various locations available.
We are seeking volunteers to provide support to caregivers and older adult family members.

Foster Grandparent

Various locations available.
Make a lasting difference in the lives of children and youth by providing one-on-one tutoring and mentoring services.

Meals on Wheels Volunteer

Help LSS Meals on Wheels with a variety of opportunities such as portioning hot food, assembling shelf-stable emergency meals and delivering meals Monday - Friday.

Neighbor to Neighbor Companion

Various locations available.
We are seeking volunteers to provide companionship to older adults. This program is open to all age groups and receives a monthly stipend.

Refugee Mentor

Locations vary, but will most likely be at the refugee's home and/or in the local community.
Make a lasting difference in the lives of newly arrived refugees by providing friendship and one-on-one mentoring.

Senior Companions

Various locations.
We are seeking volunteers to provide companionship to older adults. Tax-free stipends and travel reimbursement are provided to volunteers of this program.

Voter Outreach Fellow

Various locations.
The Voter Outreach Fellow will volunteer and engage in voter outreach, education, and assistance.